Новости за 10.05.2019

Long before Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin in 1928, people were using antibiotics to combat infections. In the late 1800s, French physician Ernest Duchesne observed Arab stable boys treating sores with mold growing on saddles. Duchesne took a sample of the fungus, identified it as Penicillium and used it to cure guinea pigs infected with typhoid. Earlier still, texts from ancient civilizations, including Rome, Egypt and China, discussed the healing powers of moldy bread applied t

LIONS liberated from horrendous conditions in the world’s worst zoo have now arrived at their new home. The amazing animals have been taken to Felida Big Cat Centre in the Netherlands after they were kept in cramped and filthy enclosures at Tirana Zoo, Albania. The three lions, called Zhaku, Lenci and Bobby, were born in […]

Passengers were left in hysterics after hearing the noises echo through the coach.

The Denver Nuggets will host the Portland Trail Blazers for the right to play in the Western Conference Finals

Need another reason to love this movie 3,000? The Spiderman: Far From Home trailer will now play after the credits roll.

Iraq's oil minister discusses plans to strengthen its oil industry, diversify its economy and attract foreign investors.

The R. Kelly victims hotline is being bombarded by people bragging about having sex with the singer.

The House on Friday passed a $19.1 billion disaster-aid package despite the opposition of President Trump, who blasted the measure in a Thursday night tweet.> House Republicans should not vote for the BAD DEMOCRAT Disaster Supplemental Bill which hurts our States, Farmers & Border Security. Up for vote tomorrow. We want to do much better than this. All sides keep working and send a good BILL for immediate signing!> > -- Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 9, 2019The measure passed 257–150... Читать дальше...

As more freelancers enter the job force, managing them is an art form in and of itself. Here are the secrets to managing independent workers.<p>For the past several years, there has been a steady stream of research indicating that companies are increasingly turning to freelance labor to fill talent …

Sony Pictures has acquired the film rights to best-selling author Richard Kirshenbaum’s first novel “Rouge” about the glitzy-glam, competitive 20th century beauty industry, Variety has learned. Wendy Finerman (“The Devil Wears Prada”) will produce the project, which will cast A-list actresses in the lead roles of the business titans, who are suspiciously similar to real-life […]

1. There's a tree in this North Carolina swamp that's at least 2624 years old  Mother Nature Network
2. Scientists documented a 2,624 year old tree in North Carolina  Tech Explorist
3. Scientist finds rare, ancient tree in North Carolina swamp  WYFF4 Greenville
4. Alive before Jesus' birth, a 2600-year-old tree in North Carolina is one of USA's oldest  USA TODAY
5. Alive for 2600 years! All you need to know about this tree born before Jesus Christ  International Business Times... Читать дальше...

She has been showering us with love, care and practically everything we need since the day we set foot on this earth. For all the headaches and heartaches and everything in between we have caused this special woman in our lives, it is only fitting that we celebrate her, particularly on their special day. But […]

Watch the early weigh-ins for Saturday’s UFC PPV card.

UFC 237 will be the promotion’s next pay-per-view offering, and it will be headlined by an intriguing strawweight title fight between Rose Namajunas and Jessica Andrade. The co-main event slot belongs to Anderson Silva vs. Jared Cannonier, but the unofficial co-feature for most fans is likely the featherweight bout between top contender Alexander Volkanovski and all-time great Jose Aldo.

Before any of that gets to happen though... Читать дальше...

Meanwhile, migrant surge at border reaching epic proportions

JADON SANCHO will stay with Borussia Dortmund this summer – and snub a return to the Premier League. The England winger’s impact in Bundesliga led to Manchester United weighing up a £100million move. But Dortmund officials are certain the 19-year-old will remain at the Westfalenstadion for at least one more season. They are planning on […]

Garden designers share recipes for creative containers to bring a mini-garden to your doorstep or deck.

HBO’s final season of Game of Thrones isn’t just the talk of social media and a ratings hit to boot – its music is also connecting...

Wine Country is so busy avoiding clichés it forgets to be funny.

WYD, Steve?!

The Houthis have offered to withdraw their forces from three key ports in Yemen starting this weekend, according to senior United Nations official in charge of monitoring the move.
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• Google Maps is a robust GPS tool with several useful features, including maps that allow you to avoid tolls during your trip, and potentially save yourself money in the process.
• The steps to avoid tolls on Google Maps are slightly different for the mobile app, compared to the desktop version.
• For most, the mobile version will be the most convenient option, since it doesn't require a printer or other workarounds; but those heading into areas with poor internet connections... Читать дальше...

The 2019 Victoria's Secret annual fashion is shaping up to be different from years past, with plans to "re-think" the show being on national television.

The Crusaders romped to a crushing 13-45 victory after a virtuoso display by Richie Mo’unga and Sevu Reece against the Bulls at Loftus Versfeld, Pretoria. Mo’unga starred for the Crusaders, scoring a first-half brace and kicking 10 points as the nine-times defending Super Rugby champions cruised to – what turned out to be – an […]

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